1956 BMW 501 vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 BMW 501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Almera (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 501 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
